Photodynamic Blue light Therapy (PDT)

What is Photodynamic Blue Light Therapy?

Levulan PDT is unique because it uses a light activated drug therapy to destroy AKs (pre cancers.) This treatment received FDA approval in 1999 and is one of the treatments available for pre-cancers at Morristown Dermatology.

How does it work?

LevulanKerastickTopical Solution is applied to the involved skin. The solution is then absorbed by the AK cells where it is converted to a chemical that makes the cells extremely sensitive to light. When the AK cells are exposed to the BLU-U Blue Light Illuminator, a reaction occurs which destroys the AK cells.

The 2-part treatment offers the following conveniences:

No prescription to fill

No daily medication to remember

Treatment is administered by a qualified healthcare professional

Short downtime*

High ratings for cosmetic response1

No scarring reported to date

*Patients treated with Levulan PDT should avoid exposure of the treated areas to sunlight or prolonged or intense light for at least 40 hours.